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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to perform mare mating procedures
   • Interpret the work program to determine work to be undertaken, and confirm with supervisor
   • Communicate with other workers to ensure smooth operation of the production process
   • Adhere to requirements for the care and handling of horses
   • Select, use and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE)
2. Identify mares in a state of oestrus
   • Identify and select mares due for teasing or service
   • Identify work health and safety hazards, including horse behaviour and body language, assess risks and implement suitable controls
   • Catch and restrain selected mare and foal if present, using safe horse handling techniques, for teasing or other oestrus identification procedures
   • Complete stud records according to workplace requirements
3. Attend mares for service
   • Prepare mare for hand service according to stud practice
   • Separate from mare and safely restrain foal, if present, according to stud practice
   • Restrain mare safely for natural service, using appropriate equipment according to stud practice
   • Attend mare for the service process
   • Return mare to box or paddock
   • Complete workplace records
4. Handle mares for routine veterinary reproductive procedures
   • Handle mare and foal to ensure both are settled and safe
   • Lead mare (and foal) into crush, ensuring safety and wellbeing of both mare and foal, if present
   • Use an appropriate restraint method in the crush
   • Provide support for manual or ultrasound follicle and pregnancy testing procedures
   • Assist the veterinarian to prepare for examination, swabbing or treatment of the mare
5. Maintain accurate identification and records
   • Complete records of identification and breeding according to industry standards
   • Report details of any treatment performed, including follow-up treatment